Louisiana · Louisiana Code of Criminal Procedure + R.S. Title 15
La. C.Cr.P. § 15:1186: Proceedings in forma pauperis
What this law says, in plain English
This statute allows incarcerated prisoners to file civil lawsuits and appeals without prepaying court fees, but requires them to submit financial statements and pay partial filing fees based on their account balance or assets.
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